Natural Bug Repellents

During the dog days of summer, you not only want to protect your plants from pests but protect yourself as well. So many insects feed on human blood, and their bites can cause an itchy, welty situation and potentially spread diseases. Keep those bugs away from you naturally.

During the dog days of summer, you not only want to protect your plants from pests but protect yourself as well. So many insects feed on human blood, and their bites can cause an itchy, welty situation and potentially spread diseases. Keep those bugs away from you naturally.

DEET is the commonly used pest repellent to deter mosquitoes, ticks, blackflies, noseeums and other flying pests you’ll encounter outdoors. While DEET is effective, you may prefer a more natural approach, especially when you’re applying it to your skin. Here are some ideas:

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From a dietary standpoint, you can drink a tablespoon or two of apple cider vinegar and eat plenty of garlic. Vitamin B1 taken daily is also supposed to help repel insects.